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A Melodious Journey: Exploring Quad City Symphony Orchestra's 2025-2026 Lineup

Dive into the vibrant musical offerings of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra's 2025-2026 season. From electrifying rock tributes and cinematic wonders to classical masterpieces and intimate recitals, this season promises an array of unforgettable experiences. Join us as we explore each event's unique charm, the renowned artists involved, and the cultural richness they bring to the community.

Jun 23, 2025
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1. Quad City Bank & Trust Riverfront Pops | Chicago & More!
Join us along the banks of the Mississippi for the Party of the Summer! Rock out as we celebrate the unforgettable hits of the iconic ’70s horn bands featuring show-stopping classics like “Spinning Wheel,” “Boogie Wonderland,” and “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?”, This spectacular event closes with our traditional renditions of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture and Sousa’s Stars and Stripes Forever set to a brilliant fireworks display.
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Aug 16, 2025
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · LeClaire Park & Bandshell

2. Soirée: Mission (Im)Possible
Experience an elegant evening at the Figge for one of the most popular fundraising events in the Quad Cities! Tickets include a cocktail hour, dinner, and performance, plus a paddle raise and live auction with Maestro Mark Russell Smith as your auctioneer to benefit the QCSO’s education programs.
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Sep 20, 2025
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · Figge Art Museum

3. Masterworks I: Grieg Piano Concerto
Our 111th season opens with vibrant energy and Romantic beauty! Tchaikovsky’s spirited Polonaise from Eugene Onegin, Grieg’s passionate Piano Concerto welcoming back acclaimed pianist Wei Luo, and Brahms’ luminous Second Symphony unite in a joyful celebration filled with warmth, beauty, and musical adventure.
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4 - 5 Oct, 2025
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · Adler Theatre + 1 other locations

4. Jurassic Park in Concert
The action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million years in the making.
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Oct 25, 2025
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · Adler Theatre

5. Up Close with Robert Parker
Get up close with the principal trombonist Robert Parker with an evening of music at the Figge!
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Nov 1, 2025
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · Figge Art Museum

6. Masterworks II: Diaspora
Immerse yourself in vivid storytelling and orchestral brilliance! Strauss’s dramatic Don Juan pulses with energy, Billy Childs’ saxophone concerto Diaspora explores powerful jazz-inspired narratives, and Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé, Suite No. 2 dazzles with captivating rhythms and lush, colorful harmonies.
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8 - 9 Nov, 2025
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · Adler Theatre + 1 other locations

7. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 in Concert
After seven films, it all comes down to this: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 will grace the screen once more—this time in concert! The characters you love are back, battling villains and protecting Hogwarts™ from Voldemort™ himself. Hear the Quad City Symphony Orchestra bring Alexandre Desplat’s music to life and experience all the action as the film is projected onto a giant screen with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
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Nov 22, 2025
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · Adler Theatre

8. Masterworks III: Schumann Piano Concerto
Delight in an experience rich with elegance and virtuosic beauty! Bach’s graceful Third Orchestral Suite, Schumann’s heartfelt Piano Concerto featuring world-renowned pianist Yefim Bronfman, and Mozart’s joyful and exuberant “Jupiter” Symphony combine for a timeless and radiant musical experience full of warmth and connection.
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6 - 7 Dec, 2025
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · Adler Theatre + 1 other locations

9. Holiday Brass
Ring in the holiday season with members of the QCSO Brass and Percussion sections! Under the direction of Maestro Mark Russell Smith to perform uplifting selections of classical and holiday favorites!
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13 - 14 Dec, 2025
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · St. Paul Lutheran Church of Davenport + 1 other locations

10. Up Close with Andy Parker
Join Principal Oboe Andy Parker in the beautiful sanctuary of First Presbyterian for an engaging evening of oboe and piano music.
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Jan 10, 2026
Quad City Symphony Orchestra

Davenport, IA · First Presbyterian Church of Davenport

Conclusion
The Quad City Symphony Orchestra's 2025-2026 season is a testament to the power and versatility of music to unite, inspire, and entertain. With a diverse array of performances, from rock tributes and movie concerts to classical masterpieces and intimate recitals, there is truly something for everyone. Each event is a celebration of musical artistry and cultural fellowship, inviting audiences to connect with music on a deeper level. Join QCSO on this melodious journey and experience the transformative power of live performance.
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